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Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

This dish features tender chicken breasts carefully sliced open to create a pocket, then filled with a flavorful mixture of spinach, ricotta, and sun-dried tomatoes. The chicken is seared until golden and then baked to perfection, resulting in a juicy, cheesy filling encased in a crispy exterior with a visually appealing presentation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese or mascarpone for extra richness
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin preferred

Equipment

  • Sharp paring knife
  • Skillet
  • Oven-safe baking dish or skillet
  • Toothpicks or kitchen twine

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and set a skillet on the stove over medium heat.
  2. Using a sharp paring knife, carefully slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket, avoiding cutting all the way through.
  3. In a bowl, combine the chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic salt, mixing until well blended. The filling should be creamy and vibrant.
  4. Stuff each chicken pocket generously with the spinach mixture, pressing the filling in to ensure it sticks, then secure the opening with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
  5. Add a splash of olive oil to the skillet and heat until shimmering. Carefully place the stuffed chicken breasts in the skillet, searing for 3-4 minutes per side until they turn a deep golden brown and develop a nice crust.
  6. Transfer the skillet or move the chicken to an oven-safe dish, then bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F) and the juices run clear.
  7. Remove the chicken from the oven, carefully take out the toothpicks or twine, and let the meat rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
  8. Slice the chicken crosswise to reveal the vibrant filling spilling out, and serve hot with your favorite sides.

Notes

Ensure the chicken is fully cooked for safety, and avoid overstuffing to prevent spillage during baking. Feel free to customize the filling with herbs or different cheeses for variation.